Bookblog of the Bristol Library: The Southern Mirror: Stories and Reflections on Life in the South by Brenda Gantt

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: The Southern Mirror: Stories and Reflections on L...:   Brenda Gantt has made quite a name for herself on social media for her cooking videos.   People just couldn’t get enough of her downhome...

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Found Recipes: Beloved Vintage Recipes Worth Sharing by Betty Crocker

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Found Recipes: Beloved Vintage Recipes Worth Shari...:   Reviewed by Kristin Opening this book was like opening a box of recipes from my grandma. These “vintage” recipes run from the 1920s to...

KRL Update 11/23/2024

Up on KRL this week reviews and giveaways of 3 more food mysteries for your Thanksgiving reading-"Guilt and Ginataan" A Tita Rosie’s Kitchen Mystery Book Five by Mia P. Manansala, "Fondue or Die" by Korina Moss, and "Pumpkin Spice Puppy" by Laurien Berenson https://kingsriverlife.com/11/23/food-mysteries-for-your-2024-thanksgiving-feast/ 

And a review and giveaway of "In the Blink of a Pie" by Catherine Bruns along with a recipe from Catherine perfect for your Thanksgiving Dinner! https://kingsriverlife.com/11/23/in-the-blink-of-a-pie-by-catherine-bruns/

 

And a review and giveaway of "A Killer Clue" by Victoria Gilbert https://kingsriverlife.com/11/23/a-killer-clue-by-victoria-gilbert/

 

We also have the latest Queer Mystery Coming Attractions from Matt Lubbers-Moore https://kingsriverlife.com/11/23/queer-mystery-coming-attractions-december-2024/

 

For those who prefer to listen to Mysteryrat's Maze Podcast directly on KRL, you can find the player here for the latest episode which features the first of our Christmas mystery short stories this year, "The Jumper" by John Floyd, read by local actor Larry Mattox https://kingsriverlife.com/11/23/new-mysteryrats-maze-podcast-featuring-the-jumper/

 

Up on KRL News and Reviews this week we have a review and giveaway of "A Holiday for Homicide" by Devon Delaney https://www.krlnews.com/2024/11/a-holiday-for-homicide-by-devon-delaney.html

 

And a review and ebook giveaway of "Death by Jelly Beans" by Susie Black https://www.krlnews.com/2024/11/death-by-jelly-beans-by-susie-black.html

 

And a review and giveaway of "Sgt. Ford's Widow" by Paul A. Barra https://www.krlnews.com/2024/11/sgt-fords-widow-by-paul-barra.html

 

Happy reading,

Lorie

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Good Lookin’ Cookin’: A Year of Meals by Dolly Parton and Rachel Parton George

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Good Lookin’ Cookin’: A Year of Meals by Dolly Par...: Reviewed by Jeanne “Hey, good lookin’—what ya got cookin’?” comes from a Hank Williams song, but it’s the very apt phrase Dolly and her...

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Preserving Family Recipes: How to Save and Celebrate your Food Traditions by Valerie J. Frey

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Preserving Family Recipes: How to Save and Celebr...:  Reviewed by Jeanne Every family has its own special dishes.   Some appear mainly at festive get-togethers like Fourth of July where Aunt ...

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Christmas All Through the South

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Christmas All Through the South: Reviewed by Jeanne Christmas All Through the South: Joyful Memories, Timeless Moments, Enduring Traditions is a gorgeous coffee table t...

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Sandwiches and Sweets: Cookbook Roundup!

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Sandwiches and Sweets: Cookbook Roundup!:   Smashed: 60 Epic Smash Burgers & Sandwiches for Dinner, for Lunch, and Even for Breakfast by The Waltwins Adam and Brett Walton  S...

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: The Adventurous Eaters Club: Mastering the Art of Family Mealtime by Misha and Vicki Collins

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: The Adventurous Eaters Club: Mastering the Art of ...:   A conversation between Ashley and Kristin Kristin: I picked up this really cool looking cookbook and I think I might do a review on it...

Lesa's Book Critiques: SEARCH BY MICHELLE HUNEVEN

 Lesa's Book Critiques: SEARCH BY MICHELLE HUNEVEN

KRL: KRL This Week update for 5/21/2022

Up on KRL this morning a review and giveaway of "Strawberried Alive" by Jenn McKinlay (the winner also gets a cupcake bakery jar opener) https://kingsriverlife.com/05/21/strawberried-alive-by-jenn-mckinlay/ 

And a review and giveaway of "Murder in the Community Garden" by Judith Gonda, along with an interesting interview with Judith https://kingsriverlife.com/05/21/murder-in-the-community-garden-by-judith-gonda/

 

We also have a review and giveaway of "Double Shot Death" by Emmeline Duncan along with a cold brew coffee recipe from Emmeline, a perfect drink for your summer reading https://kingsriverlife.com/05/21/double-shot-death-by-emmeline-duncan/

 

And the latest Queer Mystery Coming Attractions from Matt Lubbers-Moore https://kingsriverlife.com/05/21/queer-mystery-coming-attractions-june-2022/

 

For those who prefer to listen to Mysteryrat's Maze Podcast directly on KRL you can find the player here for our latest episode which features the mystery short story "Death on the Rocks" written by Guy Belleranti and read by local actor Larry Mattox https://kingsriverlife.com/05/21/new-mysteryrats-maze-podcast-featuring-death-on-the-rocks-by-guy-belleranti/

 

Up during the week, another special midweek guest post, this one by mystery author Amy McNulty about her new book "Vampires and Video Games'' you can also enter to win a copy of the first book in the series https://kingsriverlife.com/05/18/vampires-and-video-games/

 

And another special midweek guest post, this one by mystery author Rebecca Jones about the differences between herself and her main character and about her new, and first, book "Steadying the Ark" https://kingsriverlife.com/05/18/one-of-these-things-is-not-like-the-other/

 

Up on KRL News and Reviews this week we have a review and ebook giveaway of "Adventures, Abduction, and Arrest"by Tonya Kappes
https://www.krlnews.com/2022/05/adventure-abduction-arrest-by-tonya.html

 

And a review and giveaway of "First Bite" by Avery Daniels https://www.krlnews.com/2022/05/first-bite-accidental-vampire-pi-by.html

Happy reading,
Lorie

KRL This Week for 3/12/2022

Up in KRL this morning a review of "Honey Roasted", the latest Coffeehouse Mystery by Cleo Coyle, along with an amazing giveaway that includes a signed copy of the book! And there is also a link to a fun recipe guide! https://kingsriverlife.com/03/12/honey-roasted-by-cleo-coyle/ 

We also have a review and giveaway of "Batten Down the Belfry" by Diane Kelly along with a fun guest post by Diane about the music in her books https://kingsriverlife.com/03/12/batten-down-the-belfry-by-diane-kelly/

 

And a review and giveaway of "Evil Under the Tuscan Sun" by Stephanie Cole along with an interesting interview with Stephanie https://kingsriverlife.com/03/12/evil-under-the-tuscan-sun-by-stephanie-cole/

 

And we have a review of the latest Agatha Raisin episodes streaming on Acorn TV https://kingsriverlife.com/03/12/acorntv-streaming-agatha-raisin-trifecta/

 

For those who prefer to listen to Mysteryrat's Maze Podcast directly on KRL, you can find the player here for the latest episode, which features an excerpt from "Mimi Gets a Clue" by Jennifer J. Chow and is read by local actor Reese Herron https://kingsriverlife.com/03/12/new-mysteryrats-maze-podcast-featuring-mimi-gets-a-clue/

 

Up on KRL News and Reviews this week another special midweek guest post, this one by mystery author Joe Cosentino about the audiobook release of his book "Drama Dance" where he interviews one of the main characters! You can also enter to win an audiobook copy of one of the earlier books in the series

https://www.krlnews.com/2022/03/drama-dance-by-joe-cosentino-now-on.html

 

And we have a review and ebook giveaway of "Murder in the Master" by Judy L Murray https://www.krlnews.com/2022/03/murder-in-master-by-judy-l-murray.html

 

And a review and ebook giveaway of "Birthdays Are Murder" by Cindy Sample https://www.krlnews.com/2022/03/birthdays-are-murder-by-cindy-sample.html

 

And a review and giveaway of "The Deepest of Secrets" by Kelley Armstrong https://www.krlnews.com/2022/03/the-deepest-of-secrets-by-kelley.html

Happy reading,
Lorie

In Reference To Murder: Mystery Melange - Christmas Edition 12/23/2021

 In Reference To Murder: Mystery Melange - Christmas Edition 12/23/2021

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Vintage Cakes by Julie Richardson

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Vintage Cakes by Julie Richardson: Reviewed by Christy             While dusting our shelves during our closure, I came across a cookbook of vintage cakes. Author Ju...

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: The American Plate: A Culinary History in 100 Bites by Libby H. O’Connell

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: The American Plate: A Culinary History in 100 Bite...: Reviewed by Christy               In The American Plate , Libby H. O’Connell travels throughout America’s history to tell our ...

Lesa's Book Critiques: On the Lamb by Tina Kashian

Lesa's Book Critiques: On the Lamb by Tina Kashian

KRL Update: KRL This Week for 11/23/19

Up in KRL this week a review and giveaway of "Stamped Out" by Tonya Kappes

https://kingsriverlife.com/11/23/stamped-out-by-tonya-kappes/

And we have reviews and giveaways of cookbooks by mystery authors Nancy J. Cohen, Kathi Daley, Karen MacInerney, Lise McClendon, Chelsea Thomas, and C.A. Phipps (4 are giveaways through KRL and 2 are through the author's by joining their mailing list), and a review and info to preorder Jenny Kales cookbook. And we have a couple recipes for your Thanksgiving dinner!

https://kingsriverlife.com/11/23/anyone-can-cook-cozy-cookbooks-to-love/

And reviews and giveaways of a feast of food and drink mysteries for your Thanksgiving reading-"The Chocolate Shark Shenanigans": A Chocoholic Mystery by JoAnna Carl, "Apple Cider Slaying": A Cider Shop Mystery by Julie Anne Lindsey, "Clarets of Fire": Rose Avenue Wine Club Mystery by Christine E. Blum, "Fatal Cajun Festival": A Cajun Country Mystery by Ellen Byron, "Jealousy Filled Donuts": A Deputy Donut Mystery by Ginger Bolton, and "Mumbo Gumbo Murder": A Scrapbooking Mystery by Laura Childs with Terrie Farley Moran

https://kingsriverlife.com/11/23/food-mysteries-for-your-thanksgiving-feast/

We also have a review and giveaway of "Flour in the Attic" by Winnie Archer along with a Thanksgiving guest post and recipe by Winnie

 https://kingsriverlife.com/11/23/flour-in-the-attic-by-winnie-archer/

And the latest mystery Coming Attractions from Sunny Frazier, along with a giveaway of a $25 gift card from mystery author Victoria Hamilton who was featured in a past Coming Attractions

https://kingsriverlife.com/11/23/coming-attractions-merry-gifting-edition/

For those who prefer to listen to Mysteryrat's Maze Podcast directly on KRL, the player is now up for the new one-the first chapter of "A Cupid Caper" by Larissa Reinhart read by local actor Teya Juarez

https://kingsriverlife.com/11/23/new-podcast-ep-featuring-the-cupid-caper-by-larissa-reinhart/

Up on KRL News and Reviews this week we have a review and giveaway of "Cleanup on Aisle 6" by Daniel Stallings

https://www.krlnews.com/2019/11/cleanup-on-aisle-6-by-daniel-stallings.html

And a review and giveaway of "Murder Under a Blue Moon" by Abigail Keam, along with a bonus review of her book "Death By Deceit"

https://www.krlnews.com/2019/11/murder-under-blue-moon-by-abigail-keam.html

And a review and ebook giveaway of "The Nora Pigeon Mysteries" by Krista Lynn

https://www.krlnews.com/2019/11/the-nora-pigeon-mysteries-by-krista.html

Happy reading and Happy Thanksgiving!

Lorie

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Only days left to win books and more from KRL

Only days left to win a copy of "Death of a Wedding Cake Baker" by Lee

Hollis and while there check out some fun recipes perfect for a wedding or

a summer afternoon provided by Lee

http://kingsriverlife.com/06/01/death-of-a-wedding-cake-baker-by-lee-hollis/

And to win an ebook copy of "Final Cycle" by Elaine L. Orr and while there

check out an interesting interview with Elaine

http://kingsriverlife.com/06/01/final-cycle-by-elaine-l-orr/

Also to win a copy of "Sifting Through Clues" by Daryl Wood Gerber

https://www.krlnews.com/2019/05/sifting-through-clues-by-daryl-wood-gerber.html

And to win a copy of "Doom and Bloom" by H.Y. Hanna

https://www.krlnews.com/2019/05/doom-and-bloom-by-hy-hanna.html

And to win a copy of "Diggin' Up the Dirt" by Tonya Kappes

https://www.krlnews.com/2019/05/diggin-up-dirt-by-tonya-kappes.html

And to win a copy of "A Risky Undertaking For Loretta Singletary" by Terry

Shames

https://www.krlnews.com/2019/05/a-risky-undertaking-by-terry-shames.html

Happy reading,

Lorie

Mystery Fanfare: BARBECUE MYSTERIES for Memorial Day

Mystery Fanfare: BARBECUE MYSTERIES for Memorial Day: Did you know that 53% of Americans will be barbecuing this Memorial Day weekend ? Will you? I posted my updated   Memorial Day Crime...

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Taste of Home Annual Recipes 2019

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Taste of Home Annual Recipes 2019: Reviewed by Kristin I love nothing more than reading a book that appears to be ahead of its time, and I found that joy in rea...

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Country Wisdom and Know-How: A Practical Guide to...

Bookblog of the Bristol Library: Country Wisdom and Know-How: A Practical Guide to...: Reviewed by Ambrea Sometime in May, I stumbled across a book called  Country Wisdom and Know-How:  A Practical Guide to Livin...